[Video]Ion-Cannon in action + thoughts

Yeah it's not what we've wanted, but you cannot deny that was ever it's intention. The Ion Cannon has a very niche role, and maybe in certain cases it can be used outside of that, maybe one day it'll get a buff(Would be cool if it can EMP vehicles to shut them down, that could impact zergs massively). But... they never once stated it'll do anything like that, it's had a very clear role in the game the whole time. Even if that role is small, it is necessary.

In a support role, this might be useful in breaking stalemates. If all you need is an infiltrator and an ANT to get one running, you'll be able to effect enough damage/shield mitigation to give your team an advantage where chokepoint fights are not actually in bases.

Is it real artillery? Clearly not. Will it be a welcome tool to give INFs a role that they typically don't have in armor fights? Yep.

Additionally, once the marker mechanic is running and functional, they'll be able to look at it to debate on potential balance breaks if they allow it to be turned into straight artillery.